Svay Chanti Collective

10/03/2023

We want to say...

THANK YOU!

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Sorry, but this has to be a long one 😅

After some well needed days of rest, Svay Chanti Collective would like to take the time to show our gratitude to the people that made this event one to remember.

From the planning, organising, designing and construction efforts that enabled the festival to take shape - to the musicians, performers, workshop hosts and vendors whose lights shone bright.

Special mentions go to:

Finn for project managing and organising so many facets of the event, in a calm, seamless and crazily impressive way.

Mickey for the incredible amount of brain hours and physical effort that she put in yet again! She's a real machine and a main driving force behind the project.

Jimmy enabled the festival to look as impressive as it did. After his efforts in building and designing, he put on a beautiful visual projection performance. His talent knows no limits.

Stef (our favourite Bavarian bear!) once again showed off his carpentry and chainsaw skills.

Ben with his infectious commitment and dedication completed our talented construction trio that worked together to create something that we are all incredibly proud of.

Power, lighting, sound (and some delightful tunes) were handled by Nick, someone who you just know will do his job and do it well. Nick's dad Jim joined us for a few days and was kind enough to show some of the others what hard work really looks like!

Sound and stage management was also being taken care of by our DJ coordinator (and music's jockey) Danny, as well as our live music coordinator and insatiable performer Ant.

The decor team was coordinated by Ayla to create a specific, quirky theme, that allowed us to lose ourselves in the beauty of the festival setting.

Dave ran a tight ship at the bar for the second year (besides his other responsibilities) with help from Marek, Issy, Iain, Flick, Ellinor, as well as Ed and Will, who were kind enough to let us host the festival on the beautiful land they share with Angie and Nick.

Yoshi arranged a great selection of workshop hosts, as well as ensuring we live up to our commitment of striving to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

Elisa was everywhere, helping wherever she could, with whatever she could, during a very busy time for her.

Thanks go to Connor and Smashed Burger who kept people fed with (we're telling you here...) the best burgers in Cambodia!

Artwork, flyers and logo designs once more were created by Pauline, who has the ability to turn a description of an idea, into a visual representation that goes above anything we ever expect.

Derek has cemented himself as our go-to guy for first aid - a hugely important job and we're happy that we can feel safer with him around.

Sassa provided a template for the games which Nicole and Leifur hosted brilliantly.

Thanks to the music givers - Danny, Nick, Keimo, Wictor, M***a, Andre, Brook, Jules, Ant, Leifur, Max. You guys were a delight.

Thanks to the workshop hosts - Nic, Jenn, Alix, Elora, Yoshi, Jules. It was so nice to have you here sharing your passions.

Thanks Jen for your commitment and support. Thanks Elsa and Sandra for the fire show. Thanks Ro and Jarrod for the campsite. Thanks Oskar for flyering. Thanks Jenna for painting the logo. Thanks Matt for the first aid. Thanks Sonja for the ice tea. Thanks Mark for the toasties. Thanks Allison and Adam for the signs. Thanks Sina for feeding our people. Thanks Max for the photos. Thanks Petra for the videos. Thanks Elvira for the advice.

Thanks to ALL the staff, volunteers, business owners and villagers who used their time and energy to provide a special occasion for everyone.

We owe so much to so many people that it's REALLY difficult to name all of you, but you know who you are.

But specifically thanks to all of the guests who came and enjoyed themselves. We hope you could take pleasure in visiting this beautiful area of Cambodia, our village, and this project.

Many thanks from Svay Chanti Collective 💜💚

We Got This ✌️

📷 Photos by Sonja, Ben, Petra, Ayla, Ed, and others

02/03/2023

Are you coming?

Check Festival Survival Kit
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01/03/2023

Astrology workshop with Yoshi
Saturday 12:30-13:45.

Learn about some of the astrological trends for 2023 - with a pragmatic attitude, you can apply the new knowledge to your life, without predicting the future (each of us has free will), but with an expanded awareness.

During the workshop, you will learn what collective changes the North Node transition from Ta**us to Aries (in July 2023) will bring.

Astrological QA.

Yoshi is a western/tropical astrologer who combines ancient knowledge with psychology.

Astrology is her true long-time passion.
Yoshi is not concerned with predicting the future, but with spreading knowledge and empowering the individual, to make conscious decisions based on their astrological traits.

Have you purchased your festival wristband?

Get your wristband here for $7 or pay $10 at the gate: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

28/02/2023

Tattoo Workshop with Nic Geier
Friday from 2:15pm to 4:15pm

Learn practical skills of choosing tattoo placement with a tattoo stencil as well as:

~ how to work with body lines and muscles movements.

~ how to choose best size of the tattoo for different body parts.

~ dos and donts to avoid regretting your tattoos.

Attendees will have the option to check how the tattoo design looks on their body and will have the opportunity to use a tattoo machine.

Nic Geier has been tattooing for 27 years.
Nic first fell in love with tattoing when visiting California. Later she worked in different studios in Berlin / Cologne as well as lots of tattoo conventions. Nic is now based in Kampot, Cambodia where she is preparing to open her own private studio.

Nic's style is a mixture of realistic black and gray and colours as well as cover ups. Have you purchased your festival wristband?

Have you purchased your festival wristband?

Get your wristband here: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

Wristbands are $7 a pop if you purchase one before the 2nd of March. After that date wristbands will cost $10 each

28/02/2023

Originally from the UK, having played in bands such as Frodo Freud and Stoned Crazy, Ant Colloff has been involved in many musical projects in Kampot over the last 13 years.

This singer/songwriter’s acoustic performances are packed with eclectic original songs and covers, with influences including Johnny Cash, Led Zeppelin, Alice In Chains and even some Drum and Bass.

SATURDAY 4PM - 5:45PM

27/02/2023

Sound bath with Jules is a class that combines the relaxing practices of yin and yoga nidra, as well as some low-impact movements to allow the body to unwind, release tension, and relax. After relaxing the body, we will continue on a journey through our minds with a guided mediation and the healing sounds of crystal singing bowls. Let’s yourself be bathed in soothing sound as your atoms match the vibrating frequency’s, healing on a molecular level.

The perfect way to unwind and restore yourself after the busy weekend. No previous yoga experience needed, all bodies and levels welcome 🙏

Sunday 10am

Have you purchased your festival wristband?
Get your wristband here for $7 or pay $10 at the gate: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

27/02/2023

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Cambodia is home to R.M.Page. It's where he learned to appreciate and distribute the music that makes you feel accepted on the dance floor.

With love at an early age for some of the music scenes in London and Bristol, he was moulded by a group of friends with a passion for DJing - in its purest and most truly underground form.

Nesat Village's original resident DJ; he was there for the first party, and he plans to be there for many, many more.

He has passionately refined his repertoire, collected over the years, to provide a joyful and irresistible sound experience.

You will be ready to dance.

Check out R.M.Page on
https://on.soundcloud.com/MtK4U

27/02/2023

Have you purchased your festival wristband?

Wristbands are $7 each if you purchase now or $10 at the gate.

Get your wristband here: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

A wristband gets you access to the festival area where games, music and workshops will be happening. The money we make from wristbands helps to ensure we can continue to put on special events like We Got This Festival in the future.

25/02/2023

We Got This Festival has a bunch of workshops over the weekend including Yoga with Jules @ 9am - 10:30am on the Saturday.

Vinyasa with Jules is an all levels whole body stretch and work out. We start by waking up the body with various pranayama (breath work), gentles warmups, then flow with invigorating holds to build stamina. We will build up to apex pose that engages your body on all levels, before a series of cool down stretches and a savasana that allows you to release, relax, and restore. Finish with cleansing breath work and a short guided meditation.

An All levels class that is perfect for the new yogi learning the fundamentals or an advanced practitioner looking to deepen their practice.

Please bring your own yoga mat if possible.

Have you purchased your festival wristband?
Get your wristband here for $7 or pay $10 at the gate: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

25/02/2023

Have you booked transport to the festival?
There will be minivans running from Kampot, Sihanoukville and Phnom Penh.
The transport schedule is below. Message us on Telegram to book your seats.
https://t.me/WeGotThisTransport

Return tickets are $25

Schedule
Kampot to Nesat Village (pickup Karma Traders)
Friday 10am

Nesat Village to Kampot (pickup Done Right)
Sunday 3PM
Monday 10am

Phnom Penh to Nesat Village (pickup Big Easy)
Friday 8:30 am

Nesat Village to Phnom Penh (pickup Done Right)
Sunday 3PM
Monday 10am

For those travelling from Sihanouk please message us directly on Telegram.

If the above times don't suit you, please message https://t.me/WeGotThisTransport
We will try our best to work out a time that fits your schedule. Additional minivans will be scheduled depending on demand.

25/02/2023

We are delighted to have Danny Browne back again for We Got This Festival. Last year he dished out an exceptionally schnang set and this year it'll be even more delicious.

Have you purchased your festival wristband?
Get your wristband here for $7 or pay $10 at the gate: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

24/02/2023

We Got This Festival 2023 Full Lineup and List of Workshops

Have you purchased your festival wristband?
Get your wristband here for $7 or pay $10 at the gate: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

24/02/2023

ONE WEEK TO GO!!!!

Check out the full festival schedule below:

Friday
9:00 - 10:30: Yoga with Ed
12:30 - 14:00 Workshop: Couples Massage with Jennafer Shae
14:15 - 16:15 Workshop: Tattooing with Nic
16:30 - 18:00 Workshop: Recycling with Trash is Nice
18:00 - 18:15 Games
18:15 - 19:30 Live Music: Juliana Thomsen – Easy-going renditions of indie/pop/classic hits
19:30 - 19:45 Games
19:45 - 21:30 Live Music: Andre Aguiar - Reggae, funk, samba. Live looping
21:45 - 23:00 Live Music: Ljósvaki - Live Electronica/R'n'B

Saturday
9:00 - 10:30 Yoga with Jules
10:45 - 12:15 Workshop: Self-massage with Jennafer Shae
12:30 - 13:45 Workshop: Astrology with Yoshi
13:45 - 14:00 Games
14:00 - 15:45 Live Music: Brooke Palmer - Cheerful/soulful originals and covers
15:45 - 16:00 Games
16:00 - 17:45 Live Music: Ant Colloff - Rock-based originals and covers
17:45 - 18:00 Games
18:00 - 20:00 DJ: Danny Brown - Nu Disco/Worldly/Ghetto House (Rong Ensemble)
20:00 DJ: Suspect - Drum and Bass/Breaks/Everything you need (Reinforced Records)
22:00 - 00:00 Dj: Keimo - Breaks/Acid House/Trippy Disco (Curuba Rec - Jux)

00:00 - 02:00 DJ: DJ: R.M. Page - Downtempo/Techno Rollers (Svay Chanti Collective)
02:00 - 03:45 DJ: Ms. Bossman - Progressive Techno/Techno (Svay Chanti Collective)
03:45 - 05:45 DJ: Special Guest - Otres OG
05:45 - 10:00 DJ: Sunrise Session with R.M. Page and Friends
10:00 Workshop: Sound healing with Jules

Times are subject to change. Check out the festival Telegram chat for the most up-to-date schedule: https://t.me/WeGotThisFestival

Have you purchased your festival wristband?
Get your wristband here for $7 or pay $10 at the gate: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

23/02/2023

Jules is an American singer-songwriter who picked up the ukulele while living in Kampot Cambodia during Covid. Influenced by her older brothers' 80/90 grunge, alternative, and hip-hop, her mother's love of country and 80's hair bands, and her father's obsession with pop music from the 60-90, her love for music has been fostered by the eclectic mix of all those around her.

Her music is a mix of soft acoustic renditions of oldies, pop, and indie rock, with the occasional twist on some well-loved classics. Her sound can be described as easy-going coffee shop vibes.

Purchase your wristband here: https://tinyurl.com/5by4arpe

22/02/2023

🌴🔥 Svay Chanti Collective are excited to have Brooke Palmer performing alongside many other talented musicians and DJs in just under two weeks! Check out her artist profile below and come join us in the Cambodian countryside for We Got This festival (3 - 5th March) 🌴🔥

Wristband pre-purchase >>> https://tinyurl.com/88y6yhbh

Brooke Palmer is a soulful, joyful, funky and, at times, slightly ridiculous singer, songwriter, musical improv artist, and ukuleleist originally from North Carolina. Happiest when galavanting aimlessly about the planet, Brooke has been known to randomly highjack microphones and radiate cheerful vibes wherever she goes.

A former resident of Sihanoukville, Brooke is currently based in Kampot, where she runs her Youtube channel, “The Uke Revolution”, bringing funk ukulele to the masses. Expect an eclectic mix of covers and originals. Brooke just wants everybody to have a good time, a giggle, and a bit of a b***y shake.

https://www.youtube.com/

21/02/2023

Visual artist and violinist at a young age, Keimo has been living for some years in Kampot, Cambodia (2016-2021). Here he managed to express his own vision, with the collective KanoPi, and established a position at the forefront of soundsystem and underground electronic music culture in Cambodia, delivering magical experiences to crowds surrounded by nature.

You could have crossed paths with him in many places around Europe or South East Asia with the Label Curuba Records, or Tangerine, Casa Nocte, Mazukamba, La Horde, Jux...
Or maybe at festivals such as Wonderfruit or Traintime in Asia, or in Europe at Chateau Perché, Atom, La Joséstanie and Bonanza.

He shared a stage at parties and International festivals with incredible artists such as Peter Power, El Bùho, Martha Van Straaten, Spaniol, O/Y, Photay, Ground, Mamazu, Reple, Gerra G, Jacob Groening, Jaja, Mimi Love, M.RUX, Yeahman, Âme, Viken Arman, Garstique, K***s, Blond:ish, Recondite, Denis Horvat, Rampue, Heimlich Knüller, Zigan Aldi, Ditti, Shimon, Psycho Tropiques, Kurup, EXZ, Da Iguana, H2o and many other amazing beings.

Providing hypnotic rhythms, fruity exotic grooves and acidic-organic cocktails, his sets bring you into a whole new dimension. Merging sounds from today and from the past - ancient and oldschool, mixed with more modern patterns from all over the globe, his sound crosses borders between genres and brings stellar and rhizomatic dances.

Now Based in France (and floating around Asia), we are fortunate that our paths have crossed at this time and Svay Chanti Collective are sure that this will be a special collaboration 💜💚

https://soundcloud.com/keimoterapia

14/02/2023

Have you got something cool (or hot) for sale? 😁

Come and set up your own stall at this year’s WeGotThisFestival in Nesat Village, Koh Kong and join the madness! 🤡

All day & night Fri-Sun, 3rd-5th March 2023.

👉Free entry to the festival for stall holders!
👉NO rent or charge to sell.

For more information ℹ️ about transport, accomodation & rules of sale; subscribe to telegram channel here 👉 https://t.me/svaychantimarket
Or apply directly to our lovely market
manager Elsa: (telegram)

👉check out the event page: https://fb.me/e/2eKQKz492

Can’t wait to see you there! ❤️

12/02/2023

We Got This festival bar and kitchen will be using bio-degradable cups and food containers 🌏 🙂

While we're on the subject of being environmentally conscious...

Trash is Nice!

What is 'Trash is Nice'?

They have a facility in Phnom Penh where they collect plastic waste and process it into new products.

They also organize workshops for schools, individuals or organizations who wish to learn more about plastic, pollution and recycling.

During 'We Got This' festival you will find Trash is Nice running an Up-cycling workshop where participants will be able to create a small pouch from discarded plastic.

The Trash is Nice team will also be present with a display of some of their work, throughout the festival, to answer any of your questions about the recycling process and associated outputs.

We Got This Festival March 3 - 5th! Wristband pre-purchase >>> https://tinyurl.com/88y6yhbh

11/02/2023

🌴🔥 This is the first of our artist profiles where, over the next 3 weeks, we will be showcasing some of the talented folk who will be performing at We Got This festival (3 - 5th March) 🌴🔥

Introducing...

Ljósvaki (LIVE)

Ljósvaki performs an eclectic mix of self produced electronic music, combining R’n’B, funk and dance styles resulting in a playful hybrid of avant-garde pop beats layered with dreamy live vocals.

Depending on the circumstance he brings either serenades, shenanigans or a combination of the two, always keeping it light and not afraid of suddenly switching things up on the spur if the moment.

Leifur is one of the newest residents of Nesat with a background in both the Reykjavik (Iceland) and Berlin (Germany) music scenes where he has been living and working on projects solo and with other artists as a composer and performer for the last 15 years.
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To allow us to continue to put on events of this calibre and scale we are asking attendees to buy a wristband this year, the price is $7 and will give you access to everything we have to offer. They are available to purchase ahead of time (follow the link below) or on the day.

Wristband pre-purchase >>> https://tinyurl.com/88y6yhbh

See you all in 3 weeks!!

09/02/2023

JUST OVER 3 WEEKS TO GO!! 🥳🫠😃

A little preview of just one of the workshops that will be available at the festival -

Self-massage workshop with Jennafer Shae.

Workshop will be a combination of practice and essential theory about anatomy of the body, focusing on muscles, fascia and the circulatory system.

You can learn self-massage techniques to release your own muscles and fascia:

-lymphatic drainage
-skin rolling
-working the knots

Jen will familiarize the group with massage safety and considerations.

Jennafer Shae Roberts, CMT

Jen is a massage therapist with over 15 years experience treating pain and muscle tension issues by addressing the body as a whole and working with physiological structures, including muscles, fascia, and the circulation of blood and lymph.

19/12/2022

🌟 3/4/5 of MARCH 2023, WE GO AGAIN! 🌟

😁🎉 🗓️ The decision has been made that Svay Chanti Collective will host a festival annually. So, you can circle the date on your calendars for at least the next couple of years! 🗓️🎈😉

🎖️Like our original event that took place earlier this year, it will be held over the first weekend of March. We believe this is going to be a very, very nice one👌

ℹ️ Information will be distributed presently ℹ️

🌳See you in the jungle or on the beaches 🏝️

💜💚❤️💙

02/06/2022

🎊 throw-back

https://youtu.be/wvyEJnE8Wps

5&6.3.2022 - First festival in our village, what we are building to Cambodian Jungle." A smorgasbord of entertainment & activities in- Nesat Village, Chrouy ...

17/03/2022

Thank you Aiko for your beautiful voice and for making the Live Stage go wild ❤️🎶

🎥 Petra Maria Hellman

17/03/2022

Thank you George for the laughs, good vibes & beautiful music 🎸🎶❤️

🎥 Petra Maria Hellman

17/03/2022

Thank you Ant Colloff for an amazing performance 🎸🎶❤️ And El Dereko for the beat 🎵

🎥 Petra Maria Hellman